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12/21/25: Finnegan transported to Meagan.
12/24/25 message to Ava: “ Good morning, all.
Rosemary is picking Finn up today. Megan’s text below. I’m relieved that she is ending this quickly instead of dragging it on. I have thoughts about her as a future adopter, but perhaps we table that for now and focus on getting him to a better spot.
“ Rosemary is coming to get Finn today.
He growled at Madeline a few times yesterday then when my dad came in, Finn and Madeline “exchanged words.” Both had e-collars on so we were able to de-escalate quickly.
Mom and I had him yesterday for a bit without Helen, and he was Absolutely amazing. He had the most gentle eyes the sweetest look on his face, he followed us everywhere, sat on our feet, leaned on us, laid his head on our laps. His body language was so at ease and calm.
Then Madeline came over and the growling bouts happened. We reintroduced them just like the day before, in the backyard. Finn did his pretend ferocious barking and lunging, but the they just ignored each other. Unusual for Madeline because she usually runs and plays with dog friends of all sizes. She is very well-socialized. But then when we came in the house, it went downhill. The second time he growled was to keep Madeline away from my mom.
Back to his eyes and body language with just my mom and me alone – when Helen was back in the picture, his eyes changed, he faced away from us, but glared out of the corner of his eye, kept leaving the living room area. He was like a different dog. Just trying to avoid Helen. Of course she was trying to give him toys, wanting to follow him, but I wouldn’t let her.
This morning he is guarding me from Helen. Constantly trying stay between me and Helen. If Helen walks out of the room (to use the potty for example), he wags his tail and wants me to pet him. But as soon as Helen returns, he goes back to guarding and being distant.
After the incident with Madeline, I did pull out a crate and put his bed in it. He was clearly happy and relieved to have a safe place. He must have been crate trained at some point in time.
As I write this, Helen is playing with her toys on the other side of the room so Finn is pawing at my leg and nudging me for pets. He really is a very sweet boy, but I think a toddler and a Great Dane are too overwhelming for him.”
12/21/25 transport to Meagan H in Savannah.
12/24/25 update to Ava:” Good morning, all.
Rosemary is picking Finn up today. Megan’s text below. I’m relieved that she is ending this quickly instead of dragging it on. I have thoughts about her as a future adopter, but perhaps we table that for now and focus on getting him to a better spot.
“ Rosemary is coming to get Finn today.
He growled at Madeline a few times yesterday then when my dad came in, Finn and Madeline “exchanged words.” Both had e-collars on so we were able to de-escalate quickly.
Mom and I had him yesterday for a bit without Helen, and he was Absolutely amazing. He had the most gentle eyes the sweetest look on his face, he followed us everywhere, sat on our feet, leaned on us, laid his head on our laps. His body language was so at ease and calm.
Then Madeline came over and the growling bouts happened. We reintroduced them just like the day before, in the backyard. Finn did his pretend ferocious barking and lunging, but the they just ignored each other. Unusual for Madeline because she usually runs and plays with dog friends of all sizes. She is very well-socialized. But then when we came in the house, it went downhill. The second time he growled was to keep Madeline away from my mom.
Back to his eyes and body language with just my mom and me alone – when Helen was back in the picture, his eyes changed, he faced away from us, but glared out of the corner of his eye, kept leaving the living room area. He was like a different dog. Just trying to avoid Helen. Of course she was trying to give him toys, wanting to follow him, but I wouldn’t let her.
This morning he is guarding me from Helen. Constantly trying stay between me and Helen. If Helen walks out of the room (to use the potty for example), he wags his tail and wants me to pet him. But as soon as Helen returns, he goes back to guarding and being distant.
After the incident with Madeline, I did pull out a crate and put his bed in it. He was clearly happy and relieved to have a safe place. He must have been crate trained at some point in time.
As I write this, Helen is playing with her toys on the other side of the room so Finn is pawing at my leg and nudging me for pets. He really is a very sweet boy, but I think a toddler and a Great Dane are too overwhelming for him.”
12/13/25 text from Nichole.” Hello Pat,
Merry Christmas!
We are happy and excited to say that our nephew will be moving out this weekend! Yippie!
We are wanting to add our names to the list should an under two Airedale become available. Ideally a female.
Woodford is honestly the biggest blessing in our lives. He, at his size has become a cuddler and lapdog. Go figure.
In a perfect world we would love another cuddler.
Please reach out should you find a blessing that needs a big brother.”
Preferences:
On Fri, Nov 28, 2025 at 1:50 PM K. Davis
Good afternoon,I hope you had a happy holiday! Please me know when you have a 2-4 year old available. I can travel to pick up or pay shipping.
My needs:
House and crate trained
50-70 lbs
Male preferred but open to either
Home with fence and hard wood
No kids
Will train for service/therapy dogThanks,
KD
11/21/25 Talked to John Brothers.
Go ahead and reach out to John for HV. He sounds like a great guy. I will check personal references today.Divorced, recently moved to Sarasota, from NY. New job starting DEC 1 as a CEO of a new company (I did not ask). In preference relationship had a Mastiff and dachshund. He is around tomorrow and going to MN for Thanksgiving. If all good earliest he could take Duchess is 12/6.
old invisible fence. Likely will replace if OK with landlord; landlord approves of dog per lease. Otherwise committed to leash walking am/pm and having a dog walker.
Will need vet reference + groomer reference
11/17/25
Fwd: Bailey Adoption Agreement
2-ARG/DOGS/25-04 BaileyPat Hairston
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Mon, Nov 17, 9:53 AM (3 days ago)
to Melisa629, Christina, Jo-Anne, AiredaleMelissa,
It has now been 2.5 months since the agreement to adopt Bailey was sent to you. While ARG appreciates that finances may be tight per your message on Facebook Messenger, nonetheless, you have expressed a desire to adopt Bailey, and the agreement needs to be finalized.
Please sign and return the agreement.
The adoption fee is $400. It can be paid via the donation button on our website or by mailing a check or money order to Airedale Rescue Group at 135 Westbrook Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405. You may pay the agreement in installments of $100 each over 4 months beginning now.
Grateful,
Pat Hairston
Time is short, do what’s important!
11/19/25
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Message Details:
Name: Joseph Hogan
Email: bhogan2021@aol.com
Subject: Willow & Jo
Message: I just recently send in a application to adopt Willow & Jo and want you to know that I am willing to drive to GA to pick them up. Hope to hear from you soon. JoeFrom Sue Taylor: Hi Mary,
I did the home visit for Shari and John Cage. They have a beautiful house and lovely fenced in yard for the dogs to play in. Very peaceful and wooded area. It’s so obvious how much they both love dogs and would offer a great home for one. Their little 16 year old dog is so well taken care of and so sweet. I think their biggest concern is finding a dog that is friendly to other dogs because they have their daughter’s dogs come to visit quite often and also take care of other’s dogs when they are away. Her other concern is whether the dog would try to jump their fence. They have a split rail fence just like ours and I could only tell her that I’ve had 5 dogs that never tried to jump a fence. I said that every dog is different and there isn’t any guarantee that couldn’t happen but I thought it was unlikely. They don’t have much experience with rescue dogs but would really prefer a rescue over getting a dog from a breeder. Being so concerned over the welfare of any animal is so important to her that she has many feelings regarding getting the right one. I couldn’t think of better people to take one of our rescues. They would be getting a wonderful home. They are pretty much home all the time and want to be very active with a new family member.
We just need to be patient with them and hopefully find a great match for them.
Thanks for the opportunity to do this home visit.
11/17/2025
Fwd: Adoption Agreement for Ozzie (nee Stevie)
2-ARG/DOGS/25-17 Ozzie nee SteviePat Hairston
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10:02 AM (0 minutes ago)
to Mary, Christina, Jo-Anne, AiredaleHI Mary Ann,
I am resending the adoption agreement for Ozzie. The signed agreement and adoption fee have not been received.
The adoption fee is $300. It can be paid via the donation button on our website or by mailing a check or money order to Airedale Rescue Group at 135 Westbrook Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405.
Thank you for opening your heart and home to Ozzie; he deserves to be loved and spoiled.
Grateful,
Pat Hairston
Time is short, do what’s important!
11/17/25
Fwd: Bailey Adoption AgreementPat Hairston
Attachments
9:53 AM (4 minutes ago)
to Melisa629, Christina, Jo-Anne, AiredaleMelissa,
It has now been 2.5 months since the agreement to adopt Bailey was sent to you. While ARG appreciates that finances may be tight per your message on Facebook Messenger, nonetheless, you have expressed a desire to adopt Bailey, and the agreement needs to be finalized.
Please sign and return the agreement.
The adoption fee is $400. It can be paid via the donation button on our website or by mailing a check or money order to Airedale Rescue Group at 135 Westbrook Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405. You may pay the agreement in installments of $100 each over 4 months beginning now.
Grateful,
Pat Hairston
Time is short, do what’s important!
